Cilantro Authentic Thai Food

“Food was really good.”

Food was really good. Got their Crispy Fried Mussel Pancake, Boat Noodles, Tom Yum Soup, and Basil with Crispy Pork. It’s really difficult to find good Hoi Tod (Crispy Fried Mussel Pancake) in Chicago so was extremely they had it. It was great. The Boat Noodles were delicious. I think in Bangkok the broth is a little thicker, but the Boat Noodles here were still flavorful and delicious. The noodles were cooked perfectly. Tom yum soup was delicious. And the Basil with crispy pork was amazing as well.

Chongzhen Fang

Jul 2025

“My girlfriend and I were craving some Thai food and wanted to try a new place, so we gave Cilantro a shot.”

My girlfriend and I were craving some Thai food and wanted to try a new place, so we gave Cilantro a shot. Everything was delicious and the service was great! We got the Cilantro Platter to try a range of the appetizers and they were all great. Then we tried the BBQ Pork Pad Thai and the Massaman Curry w/ Duck. Both were delicious and super rich in flavor. Definitely recommend this place to anyone else craving Thai.

Sergej Kulikov

Jul 2025

“Only had take out but consistently good.”

Only had take out but consistently good! Definitely get the crab Rangoon they have different ones here that are way better

Custy

Apr 2025

“It’s really tasty Thai food.”

J

Apr 2025

“Delicious food and some dishes you don't see on every Thai restaurant in Chicago.”

Delicious food and some dishes you don't see on every Thai restaurant in Chicago. Great prices too.

Gregg McAllister

Feb 2025

“Amazing food and the waiter was really helpful with figuring out what spice level we wanted as some...”

Amazing food and the waiter was really helpful with figuring out what spice level we wanted as some of us enjoy spicier food. Food came out relatively quick as well and everything tasted amazing. Definitely give this place a try.

Rowshon Jahan

Nov 2024

“My new favorite Thai place.”

My new favorite Thai place! I read the reviews here on Google Maps--and they really did make my food Thai spicy!!! Most places here in Chicago are afraid to do that! Can't wait to come back!

Kevin Riehl

Aug 2024

“In a city with so many great Thai restaurants, the unassuming Cilantro stands out.”

In a city with so many great Thai restaurants, the unassuming Cilantro stands out. I don’t know what they do, but the Papaya salad that much more flavorful and fresh. The curry that much more savory. The mussel pancake that much more light and crispy. And afterwards, a quick hop across the street to the wonderful Devon market.

Bill Kaufmann

Jul 2024

“Best papaya salad in city hand down.”

Best papaya salad in city hand down. Northeastern region authentic flavors hand down. Salty, spicy, earthy, and funky flavors in the good way. Tamarind chicken wings are out of control. Boat noodles are lit.

SPICY

Mar 2024

“As a Thai people, I would say this place is nearly authentic as I can find in Chicago area.”

As a Thai people, I would say this place is nearly authentic as I can find in Chicago area. one of the best places I have to visit one a month or many more. Thai papaya salad is my favorite, by far with Thai spicy levels.

Ming S

Dec 2023

“Foods are delicious, kind of authentic, not sweet like other places.”

Foods are delicious, kind of authentic, not sweet like other places. $$ just keep in mind, but worth it. Atmosphere is not so much; it is small place. If you like spicy, medium spicy is perfect since very spicy is 🌶️🌶️🌶️ We ordered papaya salad, Thai sausages, dried glass noodle with special sauce ( l cannot recall the name) and mango sticky rice. I highly recommended this place🍾

Pam Engchoun

Sep 2023

“Good food. I've not had a bad meal there. No complaints. Seems like they do a lot of carry out...”

Good food. I've not had a bad meal there. No complaints. Seems like they do a lot of carry out business, but in can dine in. Fair priced menu. Certainly a winner.

Patrick Cameron

Sep 2022